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Gypsy Woman

Sometimes we must wait ...

26 total reviews 
Comment from Minglement
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

This write was mesmerizing. So poetically rendered, pulling the reader into her web of mysticism. So beauitifully written. Beautiful presentatin as well. You should have saved it for a contest LOL. Loved it my friend! Marcia

 Comment Written 01-Aug-2011


reply by the author on 01-Aug-2011
    OH Marcia...what a thrill! To know you enjoyed this, is enough of a reward. Thank you so very much...the little gold plus is like a firefly in a dark night....a real treat! HUGS and it's wonderful to hear from you! Love, susan
reply by Minglement on 13-Aug-2011
    You are so welcome, susan, it was well deserved. Loved this one :) Marcia
reply by the author on 13-Aug-2011
    Hi Marcia! SO good to hear from you! :) xoxo...susan
reply by Minglement on 14-Aug-2011
    I really loved this one! me :)
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
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Wonderful writing Susan. Keep me posted on how the mirror thing works-I've got a few years and few pounds I wouldn't mind wishing away. This is a lovely story. I am so glad you are back to writing again!!! Luv ya Girl!!! Debbie

 Comment Written 01-Aug-2011


reply by the author on 01-Aug-2011
    HI Sweet Debbie! Thank you for this great review. I have tried this, of course, to no avail...sadly! ")) I sure wish! I am trying to write and get art done too! ")) SO much to do and health problems too. I sure hope you are doing well, I will read some of your work as soon as I can! I am SO far behind! LOVE YOU TOO! Susan
Comment from sasil
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I like the open ending here. Is she again beautiful and following the one who granted her request for returned youth, or is she simply fading into her past--maybe crossing over? Don't give me the answer--I like playing with the possibilities! Great imagery and tone--you develop the character quickly and in a believeable way. She is real and thinks like a real woman. Nicely rendered.
S.

 Comment Written 01-Aug-2011


reply by the author on 05-Aug-2011
    HI Sasil! Thank you so much, I love leaving endings open...")) And it's nice that you appreciate that! Neat!! Great to hear from you!! xoxo, susan
reply by sasil on 05-Aug-2011
    I tried the same open-ended concept with a flash fiction piece and don't think it was all that well liked. Oh well, sometimes we writers write to amuse outselves. It IS nice when we do get a receptive audience though, lol.
Comment from anne1204
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

Excellent descriptive writing. The expression of emotions is captivating. Great imagery in this writing and so nice to read your writing, again. I have been busy settling into new job and life in general. Very good writing. Anne

 Comment Written 31-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    Wow Anne!~ Thank you so much. I am always SO happy to see you enjoy my stories. I had to move and it took over 90 days to get situated, a new pc and all. We lost a dog in the process and I just released an essay about him. Thank you again and I hope you are doing okay too! HUGS!! Susan
Comment from Judian James
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I loved this one, Sue. Wow, it's good to read something of yours again. The only thing I might question, because honestly it's fabulous, is the word "listlessly" for the mirror ... I don't know why that doesn't quite connect for me because I completely "get it". Again, I LOVED it!!!

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    Hi Judian! I rewrote that paragraph, thank you very much for this honest and helpful note. It's always so good to hear your thoughts about my work. I am so thrilled too, each time you like something I try. It means a lot to me....")) I hope you are having a beautiful summer Jude...smiles! Susan
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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Gypsies fansinate me. I enjoyed reading your short story. Your descriptions were very good. You evoked a gypsy mystic in your readers as they read.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    Hi Barbara! I am so happy to hear from you and thank you so much for taking time for me. I hope to start reading and reviewing more now, moving has drained me in all ways. Mentally, physically, and financially too. It's been over 90 days. I rode my horse for the first time since LAST fall, yesterday. Our dog has separation anxiety too. Such a waste of time and so emotional. I wish you all the best Barb and hope you are feeling well. I am going to have surgery soon. Will pm about it when I can. Luv you! Susan
Comment from Cheryl Daphine
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Very sad but beautifully told story.many share the heartache of seeing that life has passed by. You very tenderly described her emotions. Very well done.

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    HI Daphne? I so appreciate this kind and most welcome review. And thank you for your time and I will try to read your work as well asap! Happy Sunday! Susan
Comment from nancyjam
Excellent
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I enjoyed this piece - sad but beautifully
written - with vivid images and emotions
conveyed.
I like the way you began with her as a young woman
then we realize she is imagining herself as young and in
the end her imaginary lover returns, only to lead her off
to eternity. Lovely

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    Hi Nancy! THank you very much. I am so happy you enjoyed this little tale. Your kind rating is appreciated and I will try to read your work again as well. I have had to be gone, getting moved...very traumatic. Thank you again my friend.! Susan
Comment from poetbear
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Has soul and control.
Musicality in its flow.
Reads well and moves well. Captures the reader. Makes sense
and is well dne. Nice write.

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    HI Bear~ THank you so much! I am happy to hear from you and will do my best to read more of your work asap. I have been out for 90 days or more...moving. Just not any fun. Thank you again!! Susan
Comment from livingwords
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This is good. Flash is so hard to pull off and you did well. I wanted it to be longer, and that's a good sign. Usually, I pray for brevity, but you captured some real intensity in this one. Best, Dan :))

 Comment Written 29-Jul-2011


reply by the author on 31-Jul-2011
    Hi Dan! Thank you! I am so glad to be here again and to hear from you too! It's a real pleasure to see when you like my efforts. It means a lot to me. Thanks again my friend. Susan